One of Jeff Martone’s favorite drills is a hip-flexor stretch followed by vertical jumps and kettlebell swings.

“You’ll feel a difference. You should be a lot more explosive,” he says. “A… Continue Reading

In the CrossFit Kettlebell Trainer course, Jeff Martone says a good kettlebell swing has four key elements: weight on the heels, neutral neck, straight back and purposeful breathing. He emphasizes… Continue Reading

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Jeff Martone's Kettlebell Course was great, I would recommend it to all. This video series serves as an excellent review of the teaching points he uses.

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